2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1984 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota MR2 (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 120 kg more than 1984 Toyota MR2.
Because 1984 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota MR2. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 1984 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Kalina | MR2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |